Charithra Chandran: One Piece Season 2 is a very stunt-heavy show

With roles spanning sci-fi, drama, period romance, and now high-octane action, Charithra Chandran is rapidly establishing herself as one of the most versatile young actors on screen. And according to the actress, her latest leap into the live-action One Piece series — where she plays the mysterious Ms Wednesday — was made smoother thanks to some unexpected prep work in a very different project.“I was really having my best time doing major stunt sequences then,” Chandran said of her experience filming Fight or Flight. “And One Piece is a very stunt-heavy show, so the transition was much easier. Knowing how to work with a stunt team, selling a punch—all of those things I’d learned on Fight or Flight, so for that, it really prepared me.”The British-Indian actress, who first rose to prominence in Netflix’s Bridgerton, has since racked up appearances across several of the world’s biggest franchises, including Marvel’s Eternals, Star Wars, Dune: Prophecy, and now One Piece. Her ability to bounce across genres is no accident.“I love all of them. They all challenge me in very different ways,” she explained. “And I think the beauty of being an actor—and the kind of actor I want to be—is being able to do it all.”But is there a larger strategy behind her impressive, franchise-hopping resume?“Oh my goodness, of course,” Chandran admitted with a laugh. “I’m superstitious. I definitely have a list of goals and professional dreams. But I’m so afraid of saying them out loud. So yes, I have a list—but I won’t share what’s on it!”The high-seas adventure continues as One Piece returns for a second season on Netflix. The live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s beloved manga follows young pirate Monkey D. Luffy—played by Iñaki Godoy—as he dons his iconic straw hat and leads his misfit crew on an epic quest for the legendary One Piece treasure.“The adventures of Iñaki and the live-action Straw Hats will continue onward!” Netflix confirmed, announcing the return of the fan-favourite series alongside a fresh wave of cast members.Among the new additions for Season 2 are Rigo Sanchez as the enigmatic Dragon, Yonda Thomas as the loyal Igaram, James Hiroyuki Liao as swordsmith Ipponmatsu, and Sophia Anne Caruso as the quirky Miss Goldenweek. Mark Penwill joins as Chess, with Anton David Jeftha stepping into the role of K.M., among several others.As far as 'One Piece' is concerned, the hit series is touted to be back later this year with season 2.